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VOLKSWAGNUT Fastest VW Belt Changer
Joined: October 14, 2007 Posts: 11055 Location: Flippin' a Belt........ .... Off-n-On ... NC USA
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Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2009 10:51 am Post subject: Have you built your own Uni Vents, fresh air vents |
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Any one ever built there own set of Uni Vents, or fresh air vents from the horn grilles to the inner front quarter panels. I may try this on my next project, using PVC. I just need to come up with a set of vent grilles with a closeable door. Any ideas are welcome. _________________ aka Ken {o\!/o}
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83_WabbitGTI Samba Member
Joined: December 01, 2006 Posts: 1335 Location: Eagle Point, Oregon
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Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2009 1:12 pm Post subject: |
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I have this idea on my Baja... Since the PO cut the inner fenders to fit the shock towers (and left them open) I'm going to box them in and weld in a 3" opening to attach tubes. (Like the rear fan shroud tubes)
I plan on running the air through an intercooler for the summer, should cool the air at least 10deg or more, and in the winter make some sort of heater for it.
I'll run the tubes to holes under the dash and add directional vents. (Can you say crotch cooler??)
I was thinking of a simple butterfly valve similar to the heater boxes... Maybe hacking up an old set. That would take car of opening and closing.
Those holes in there right now really put the wind through the car. So I know the vent idea would work great. _________________ 2013-2014 Vice President of SOVW www.sovw.org
"No matter how a VW breaks down.... You can always make it home on Zipties, Ducktape, and JB Weld...."
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VOLKSWAGNUT Fastest VW Belt Changer
Joined: October 14, 2007 Posts: 11055 Location: Flippin' a Belt........ .... Off-n-On ... NC USA
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Posted: Fri Aug 21, 2009 5:34 am Post subject: |
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I'm sure it can be done, but finding a round closeable interior vent may slow me down. Maybe something I can use off of a newer Pontiac or a RV.
I have never seen a pair of Univents in person, just pictures. It looks like from the original pieces that the air bypasses the interior vents when not in use and is blown into the fender wells. Is this true? Also is there any issue with water mist or drops entering the car through the vents at high speed when its raining when they are open? _________________ aka Ken {o\!/o}
Its your vehicle- stop askin' for approval-do what YOU like for cryin' out loud
Better to roll em' how you want and wear em' out-than lettin' em' rot out
Its about the going not the showing
Rebuilt to drive not decorate
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gt1953 Samba Member
Joined: May 08, 2002 Posts: 13848 Location: White Mountains Arizona
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Posted: Fri Aug 21, 2009 5:55 am Post subject: |
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That would be a great Idea...I had them in a Ghia and it does make a big difference. Keep us posted _________________ Volkswagen: We tune what we drive.
Numbers Matching VW's are getting harder to find. Source out the most Stock vehicle and keep that way. You will be glad you did.
72 type 1
72 Squareback
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metalchomper Samba Member
Joined: June 27, 2005 Posts: 703 Location: Statesville, NC
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Posted: Fri Aug 21, 2009 9:31 am Post subject: |
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VOLKSWAGNUT wrote: |
I'm sure it can be done, but finding a round closeable interior vent may slow me down. Maybe something I can use off of a newer Pontiac or a RV.
I have never seen a pair of Univents in person, just pictures. It looks like from the original pieces that the air bypasses the interior vents when not in use and is blown into the fender wells. Is this true? Also is there any issue with water mist or drops entering the car through the vents at high speed when its raining when they are open? |
Here you go
http://www.vintageair.com/08/catalog08/08%20VA%20cat%20pg%2029%20f.pdf _________________ Brett
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I live vicariously through me
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VOLKSWAGNUT Fastest VW Belt Changer
Joined: October 14, 2007 Posts: 11055 Location: Flippin' a Belt........ .... Off-n-On ... NC USA
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Posted: Fri Aug 21, 2009 9:58 am Post subject: |
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AWESOME. Thats exactly what I was searching for. Thanks I guess I'll start the plumbing this winter when the body is off the chassis.
Maybe I can come up with a kit at the end.
Thanks. _________________ aka Ken {o\!/o}
Its your vehicle- stop askin' for approval-do what YOU like for cryin' out loud
Better to roll em' how you want and wear em' out-than lettin' em' rot out
Its about the going not the showing
Rebuilt to drive not decorate
WANTED: Local Eatin' Joints, Triple D for TheSamba contributions here http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=570510
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iVolkswagen The Modern-Day Hippie
Joined: October 21, 2008 Posts: 1436 Location: Huntsville, Alabama
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Posted: Sat Aug 22, 2009 1:12 am Post subject: |
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I used to have PVC resh air vents on my car.
They worked great, you just need to put a filter-like thing between the horn grille and the PVC to prevent stray wasps from flying into the cat at 60mph
Mine didn't leak at all in the rain.
I had to take them off when I lowered my car.
_________________ TJ
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VOLKSWAGNUT Fastest VW Belt Changer
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Posted: Sat Aug 22, 2009 2:08 pm Post subject: |
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Good pics. I will be lowering my project also. I may have to do a little creative plumbing for clearance of the tires, but I think it will be worth it. _________________ aka Ken {o\!/o}
Its your vehicle- stop askin' for approval-do what YOU like for cryin' out loud
Better to roll em' how you want and wear em' out-than lettin' em' rot out
Its about the going not the showing
Rebuilt to drive not decorate
WANTED: Local Eatin' Joints, Triple D for TheSamba contributions here http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=570510
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Helfen Samba Member
Joined: January 19, 2009 Posts: 3450 Location: Vulcania
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Posted: Sun Aug 23, 2009 2:08 pm Post subject: |
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Where are you looking to exit air into the car ?? |
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B Ramsey Samba Member
Joined: February 05, 2006 Posts: 477 Location: Ramona ca.
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Posted: Sun Aug 23, 2009 3:43 pm Post subject: |
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my car is missing the cover plate at the front of the panhead. also missing the ebrake boot. lots of air blows up between the seats. |
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83_WabbitGTI Samba Member
Joined: December 01, 2006 Posts: 1335 Location: Eagle Point, Oregon
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Posted: Mon Aug 24, 2009 6:15 am Post subject: |
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I'll be building mine here next week. I'll be sure to take lots of pictures of the process.
For the interior vents, I'll be using some from an 83 rabbit. They have close levers and directional fins. The inlet is even the exact size I need.
There maybe an issue with moisture getting in though. I need to think of how I can get rid of it. Maybe where the shock towers covered, make a baffle system before the outlet. Then make a drain hole. I know I'll be running it through a filter of some sort because dust is an issue in the wheel well.
Volkswagnut, post up lots of pictures for reference! _________________ 2013-2014 Vice President of SOVW www.sovw.org
"No matter how a VW breaks down.... You can always make it home on Zipties, Ducktape, and JB Weld...."
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drscope Samba Member
Joined: February 19, 2007 Posts: 15273 Location: Baltimore, Maryland USA
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Posted: Mon Aug 24, 2009 7:28 am Post subject: |
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B Ramsey wrote: |
my car is missing the cover plate at the front of the panhead. also missing the ebrake boot. lots of air blows up between the seats. |
And lots of water and dirt gets into the tunnel!
You really need to close that off ASAP. When dirt gets in the tunnel, it collects moisture and that moisture will rot the tunnel out from the inside as well as damage all the conduits for the clutch, parking brake, heater and throttle cables.
Water gets in a lot easier and faster then it can dry out. _________________ Mother Nature is a Mean Evil Bitch! |
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VOLKSWAGNUT Fastest VW Belt Changer
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Posted: Mon Aug 24, 2009 2:07 pm Post subject: |
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Helfen wrote: |
Where are you looking to exit air into the car ?? |
My plan was to exit in the lower quarter panels under the front fenders, like Univents are, but I may try to plumb it toward the front wall instead, not sure yet. I would like to have something accessable to turn off and on when needed. I have options. _________________ aka Ken {o\!/o}
Its your vehicle- stop askin' for approval-do what YOU like for cryin' out loud
Better to roll em' how you want and wear em' out-than lettin' em' rot out
Its about the going not the showing
Rebuilt to drive not decorate
WANTED: Local Eatin' Joints, Triple D for TheSamba contributions here http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=570510
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Goshen Samba Member
Joined: April 03, 2012 Posts: 833 Location: Miami. FL & Cartagena
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Posted: Fri Nov 30, 2012 8:47 pm Post subject: |
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VOLKSWAGNUT wrote: |
Helfen wrote: |
Where are you looking to exit air into the car ?? |
My plan was to exit in the lower quarter panels under the front fenders, like Univents are, but I may try to plumb it toward the front wall instead, not sure yet. I would like to have something accessable to turn off and on when needed. I have options. |
Wouldn't it better to run the tubing through the trunk instead of in the wheelwell ?
I believe there is room for improvement.. |
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VOLKSWAGNUT Fastest VW Belt Changer
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Posted: Sat Dec 01, 2012 8:22 am Post subject: |
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My plan changed a little. The car I had slated to receive the vents, went from full body to Volksrod. Ventilation is not a concern anymore. Too much ventilation is now my problem....
In the meantime, I did purchase a used set of original UNIVENTS, so I could look at maybe producing and updating to a more modern kit.
Yes I would think having it route through the trunk would be better, but you would have to cut 4 holes instead of just 2. The problem with that is....it seems most VW owners these days have trouble even drilling a pencil size hole let alone a 2 inch hole.
I also have looked at routing under that tank scooping air from near the beam. Lots of plumbing options, but all require holes to be drilled, big holes, and tubes to be routed.
I have actually developed a few different routing options, and have my personal favorite, but I doubt the typical VW owner would approve of it . _________________ aka Ken {o\!/o}
Its your vehicle- stop askin' for approval-do what YOU like for cryin' out loud
Better to roll em' how you want and wear em' out-than lettin' em' rot out
Its about the going not the showing
Rebuilt to drive not decorate
WANTED: Local Eatin' Joints, Triple D for TheSamba contributions here http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=570510
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TTM VW WERKS Samba Member
Joined: August 08, 2012 Posts: 29 Location: MIAMI, FL 33186
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Posted: Sat Dec 01, 2012 9:18 am Post subject: |
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VOLKSWAGNUT wrote: |
My plan changed a little. The car I had slated to receive the vents, went from full body to Volksrod. Ventilation is not a concern anymore. Too much ventilation is now my problem....
In the meantime, I did purchase a used set of original UNIVENTS, so I could look at maybe producing and updating to a more modern kit.
Yes I would think having it route through the trunk would be better, but you would have to cut 4 holes instead of just 2. The problem with that is....it seems most VW owners these days have trouble even drilling a pencil size hole let alone a 2 inch hole.
I also have looked at routing under that tank scooping air from near the beam. Lots of plumbing options, but all require holes to be drilled, big holes, and tubes to be routed.
I have actually developed a few different routing options, and have my personal favorite, but I doubt the typical VW owner would approve of it . |
Call me at 786-314-2571 and we can work on some projects together...
I have some ideas |
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squareweave Samba Member
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I have an NOS set if anybody is interested. PM me |
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